The Canberra Times – Australia's small business owners need more support

Many of Australia's small business owners are currently locked in a battle with their mental health.

An article written by ESBWA CEO Amanda Rose, published in The Canberra Times, brought to light the silent struggles of small business owners.

• Small business owners aren’t immune to the anxieties of the current economic climate.

• Misconceptions about the stability or financial status of small business owners fail to recognise the hard work behind the success.

• The risk and sacrifice required to run a small business is often downplayed.

In these challenging times, small business owners need their community to back them. They also need a supportive network of fellow entrepreneurs - a tribe of like-minded individuals who understand the unique struggles they face.

It's high time we shed light on the silent struggles of Australian small business owners and give them the support they deserve. We must recognise their immense contributions to our economy, applaud their resilience, and extend a helping hand.